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June 20, 2019

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Thomas Edison and Henry Ford

S. Swift June 20, 2019

S. Swift

Thomas Edison and Henry Ford

In 1885, Thomas Edison and his friend and partner, Ezra Gilliland, traveled to the cattle-ranching village of Fort Myers, Florida. They were instantly enchanted and purchased 13½ acres. Edison designed a plan for two identical homes with gardens, and of course, a laboratory.

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Since buying my first “collectible” postcard, I have often thought that there are postcards for “everything.” I don’t know if it’s true, but a recent discovery, the card you see here, is my very first Bottle Cap postcard. So, check Bottle Caps off the list.

Bottle Caps and Pink Pearl Erasers

Ray Hahn June 17, 2019

Ray Hahn

Bottle Caps and Pink Pearl Erasers

Since buying my first “collectible” postcard, I have often thought that there are postcards for “everything.” I don’t know if it’s true, but a recent discovery, the card you see here, is my very first Bottle Cap postcard. So, check Bottle Caps

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